SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE 3183

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class performs a variety of routine duties to permit supervisors to more effectively direct their efforts to administrative pursuits. The incumbent is expected to exercise good judgment and initiative in the performance of these tasks. The work differs from that performed by a School Teacher Aide in that this position involves a greater variety of assignments of a quasi-administrative nature rather than limited classroom assistance. Work is performed under the direction of a principal or other administrator, and is reviewed periodically for compliance with school regulations and policies. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Counts, marks, codes and distributes textbooks at the beginning of the school year and takes inventory at years end;

Requisitions, routes, collects and returns BOCES audio visual equipment and materials;

Arranges assembly programs, provides props and facilities, schedules activities;

Prepares correspondence in response to inquiries regarding school operations and procedures;

Receives complaints and refers them to the proper parties for resolution;

Attends conferences and meetings as required and reports to the principal or other administrator;

May call substitutes, prepare time sheets and distribute checks;

May assist in the preparation of reports.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Some knowledge of office terminology and procedures; some knowledge of the operational procedures and activities encountered in a school; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to deal courteously and effectively with staff members and the general public; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:

(a) Two (2) years of clerical experience; or

(b) Two (2) years of experience working with children in an educational or recreational capacity; or,

(c) An equivalent combination of the experience defined in (a) and (b).

NOTE: Relevant education beyond high school from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for experience on a year-for -year basis.

R01/24/92

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR3/10/03